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We understand the unique challenges flat owners face.
We’re here to provide a fast, reliable solution for flat owners.
Sellers often face complex market conditions, leasehold issues and legal & administrative challenges.
For example, there is strict regulation on cladding used on flats – any deemed unsafe must be removed, often at the expense of the leaseholders.
As a result, homebuyers are becoming increasingly reluctant to invest in flats.
They fear cladding removal costs and rejections from mortgage lenders.
It is believed more than 30,000 deals have already collapsed due to this issue alone.
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The government requires flat-sellers have an External Wall System (EWS1) survey completed.
It is carried out by a chartered fire engineer who checks whether there is any dangerous cladding (or any other combustible materials) present.
The survey provides a grade:
- A1. This is the best outcome. It confirms that there are no combustible materials and no work is necessary.
- A2
- A3
- B1
- B2. This is the worst outcome. It identifies that there is combustible material present and that significant remedial work is required.
Unfortunately, there is currently a large backlog in these surveys being completed. Flat owners are waiting extended periods of time to get their completed EWS1.
And even with a completed survey, buyers remain apprehensive about purchasing flats. This is especially true of flats without an A1 grade.
Even many other cash buying companies are currently saying no to flats with cladding.
Selling your flat
The government requires flat-sellers have an External Wall System (EWS1) survey completed.
It is carried out by a chartered fire engineer who checks whether there is any dangerous cladding (or any other combustible materials) present.
The survey provides a grade:
- A1. This is the best outcome. It confirms that there are no combustible materials and no work is necessary.
- A2
- A3
- B1
- B2. This is the worst outcome. It identifies that there is combustible material present and that significant remedial work is required.
Unfortunately, there is currently a large backlog in these surveys being completed. Flat owners are waiting extended periods of time to get their completed EWS1.
And even with a completed survey, buyers remain apprehensive about purchasing flats. This is especially true of flats without an A1 grade.
Even many other cash buying companies are currently saying no to flats with cladding.
How we help
At We Buy Any Home, we recognise how difficult this situation is, and we can help.
We can purchase flats that have cladding.
And if you have a completed EWS1 form, we will use the grade, and any itemised costs to make you as accurate an offer.
We can then purchase the flat in as little as 7 days.
If you don’t have an EWS1 form completed, we can still buy it. However, this would be at a lower price.
(Of course, should the EWS1 form be completed in the meantime, we would increase our offer).
Maximising value
Whether you have completed an EWS1 survey or not, we have to forecast costs. These include cladding removal costs. And a calculation of the risks associated with buying the flat.
So, whilst we can provide flat sellers with a way out, the offer may be much less than market value. This is why we are happy to offer a profit share agreement.
This means that if we achieve a higher-than-expected sale price for the flat, we’ll give you a share of the proceeds.
So you can move on with your life, certain that you got the best possible value.
Further advice be found on the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and the Institution of Fire Engineers.
Avoiding unnecessary fees
If you don’t want to pay any unnecessary fees when you sell your flat, get in contact with us today. As well as offering a no-fee solution to selling your property, the advantages of selling with us are…
- We provide a fast and easy way to sell your flat.
- We use our own cash funds which means we can buy your property now.
- We offer the quickest way to sell your flat – we can complete in as little as 7 days.
- We are the market leader when it comes to the cash home-buying sector.
- We are a founding member of the National Association of Property Buyers (NAPB) and members of The Property Ombudsman (TPO). This means we follow strict guidelines and offer maximum protection to house sellers.
Popular areas we service
We operate across England, Scotland, and Wales. We will buy your house fast, wherever you are in any of these countries.
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Frequently asked questions when buying your flat.
Call our team of experts: 0800 774 0004
Is it easy to sell a flat?
Flats don’t lack a market. First-time buyers and buy-to-let investors are particularly interested in them.
However, interest does not guarantee a sale. And flats usually take longer to sell than houses on the open market.
With We Buy Any Home, things are different. We can guarantee a sale – one that will be faster than a house sale, too.
Can I sell a flat with a short lease?
Buyers prefer flats with longer leases.
If you’re trying to sell a flat with a lease under 99 years you will likely be asked to extend it. This comes at a cost .
And even if you do find a buyer willing to take on a short lease, they might not be able to find a mortgage lender because of it.
We Buy Any Home can guarantee you a sale. We buy your flat with our own cash funds, so short leases don’t hold us back.
What are the benefits of selling a flat for cash?
Selling your flat to a cash house buyer means you won’t have to waste your precious time facilitating viewings and negotiating a price, like you would on the open market. We Buy Any Home will purchase your flat directly from you using our own cash funds. This straightforward transaction guarantees you a sale and eliminates pitfalls of the open market such as chain breaks or buyers pulling out last minute. If you’d like to sell your flat fast start the process by getting a free cash offer today.
What should I do if my flat isn’t selling?
There are a range of options if your flat won’t sell.
These range from staging it differently to lowering your asking price.
There are also alternative sales channels, such as auction houses online platforms.
However, cash buyers (like We Buy Any Home) are the only way to guaranteed a sale. We buy your flat directly from you using our own cash funds – no viewings, renovations, or delays needed.
How long does it take to sell a flat?
On the open market, flat sale time frames vary based on:
- Location
- Condition
- Price
- National and market conditions.
And more.
On average, it takes 62 days to sell a flat (compared to 42 for houses). But with fast cash buyers like We Buy Any Home, sales can be completed in as little as 7 days.
Selling a flat with cladding
Many flats have cladding. It’s a non-structural outer layer to flats which adds insulation and protection against the elements.
However, older flats’ cladding can be unsafe. Since 2017, stricter laws on replacing it have been set.
When selling a flat with cladding, it’s important to disclose this to potential buyers as it could affect the value and safety of the property.
An External Wall Fire Review (EWS1) form may be needed to show the cladding meets safety standards.
Legal advice is recommended to navigate potential issues. In some cases, properties with unsafe cladding may be difficult to sell until remediation work is carried out.
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